War Against Terrorists, Measure Against Coup: Nigerian Air Force to Retrieve Service Weapons from Retired Personnel, Returns Deadly Helicopter to Service
The Nigerian Air Force has announced plans to properly account for and retrieve service weapons from retired personnel, in line with the provisions of the Firearms Act.
According to the service, the move is part of ongoing efforts to address personal security concerns of senior veterans while ensuring compliance with extant laws governing the possession of firearms.
This was disclosed during the Chief of the Air Staff parley with Nigerian Air Force veterans in Abuja on Saturday, where the CAS, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, was represented by the Chief of Administration, Air Vice Marshal Anthony Martins.
Aneke also revealed that modalities are being explored for the establishment of a regulated armoury system, adding that under the proposed arrangement, eligible retired personnel may be allowed to lawfully possess approved calibres, subject to existing regulations.
Meanwhile, The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reactivated a Super Puma helicopter, NAF 565, in a move aimed at boosting air operations across multiple security theatres.
The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, recommissioned the helicopter at the 205 Rotary Wing, Ikeja, as part of his maiden working visit in Lagos State.
According to a statement by Director of Public Relations and Information (DOPRI), Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the development reflected ongoing efforts to improve operational readiness and strengthen national security.
War Against Terrorists, Measure Against Coup: Nigerian Air Force to Retrieve Service Weapons from Retired Personnel, Returns Deadly Helicopter to Service
Byadmin
Feb 8, 2026